Professional Chaperone – Level 2

Welcome to our Professional Chaperone online course. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).

Professional chaperones for children are responsible for ensuring children’s safety, well-being, and appropriate behaviour in various settings. They should prioritise child safety, manage behaviour effectively, communicate and engage with children, provide emotional support when necessary, protect children from harm, be culturally competent and inclusive, and act professionally and with accountability. Specific expectations of the role may vary depending on the organisation or context of the job.

Who is the course for?

This Professional Chaperone online course is suitable for all prospective professional chaperones.

What is covered in this course?

This Professional Chaperone online course is divided into the following sections:

• Introduction
• Section 1 – Legislation and regulatory framework
• Section 2 – Health and safety
• Section 3 – Safeguarding children
• Section 4 –  Important factors to consider
• Summary
• References and resources
• End of course assessment.

Aims

The aim of this Professional Chaperone online course is to provide learners with the knowledge required to ensure that children and young people are kept safe during arts and entertainment productions.

Learning objectives

This Professional Chaperone online course will help learners to understand the current UK legislation and regulations relating to children working in arts, entertainment and similar settings.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this Professional Chaperone online course, you will be able to:

• Understand the legislation and regulatory framework in relation to working with children.
• Explain health and safety and child safeguarding.
• Discuss important factors to consider when working with children.

Why is this course essential?

When parents or guardians entrust their children to chaperones, they expect them to care for and protect their children’s interests. Trained chaperones are credible professionals and can offer reassurance to parents, industry professionals, and stakeholders that the children are in safe hands.